Chocolate Fudge Cake Recipe
A rich and moist chocolate fudge cake with luscious frosting, perfect for celebrations or indulgent treats.
Ingredients
FOR THE CAKE
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed (for deeper flavor)
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot coffee or hot water (for a milder flavor)
FOR THE FUDGE FROSTING
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup heavy cream (plus extra if needed)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch round pans.
- Whisk dry ingredients in a large bowl. Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- Gradually pour in hot coffee while mixing on low until batter is thin and moist. Divide evenly into pans and bake 30-35 minutes.
- Cool cakes in pans 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks. Prepare frosting by beating butter, then alternating cocoa, sugar, and cream until fluffy.
- Assemble cake layers with frosting, then frost top and sides. Garnish as desired and serve.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality cocoa powder and fresh ingredients.